Mo Fathelbab is a seasoned entrepreneur, leadership coach, and founder of Forum Resources Network, renowned for fostering authentic connections and impactful growth. An author and speaker, he explores the power of peer support and relationships in achieving meaningful success across organisations.

Mo highlights how fostering non-judgmental, confidential environments builds deep connections within organisations, contributing to high retention rates. He advocates for shared stories rather than direct advice to strengthen trust. Mo also introduces the concept of “forking up” or “forking down” in conversations – responding with vulnerability or invulnerability, respectively – to sustain meaningful connections.

Takeaways
Showing vulnerability helps leaders build trust and fosters a culture where authentic connections thrive.
Confidentiality is crucial for creating spaces where people feel safe to communicate openly and honestly.
Sharing personal experiences rather than advice promotes supportive, non-judgmental environments that strengthen relationships.
“Forking down” in conversations by responding vulnerably builds connection, while “forking up” can disrupt it.
Workplace friendships create real business value by improving engagement and contributing to a positive environment.
Empathetic leaders prioritise understanding each team member, creating an inclusive space where everyone feels valued.
Gratitude and meditation practices enhance leaders’ resilience, improving their ability to balance work and relationships.
Effective facilitation fosters trust, enhancing collaboration, open communication, and collective problem-solving within teams.

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Books on this episode

Forum: The Secret Advantage of Successful Leaders, by Mo Fathelbab https://a.co/d/9wxT6xb
The Friendship Advantage: Seven Keys to Building Relationships That Transform Culture and Drive Productivity, by Mo Fathelbab https://a.co/d/1J7TltG
Positive Intelligence: Why Only 20% of Teams and Individuals Achieve Their True Potential AND HOW YOU CAN ACHIEVE YOURS by Shirzad Chamine https://amzn.to/3WPI9Q6
Mans search for meaning by Viktor E Frankl https://amzn.to/3WT1Iaj

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Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process. 
Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster.

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Mo Fathelbab is a seasoned entrepreneur, leadership coach, and founder of Forum Resources Network, renowned for fostering authentic connections and impactful growth. An author and speaker, he explores the power of peer support and relationships in achieving meaningful success across organisations.
Mo highlights how fostering non-judgmental, confidential environments builds deep connections within organisations, contributing to high retention rates. He advocates for shared stories rather than direct advice to strengthen trust. Mo also introduces the concept of “forking up” or “forking down” in conversations – responding with vulnerability or invulnerability, respectively – to sustain meaningful connections.
Takeaways
<ul>
<li>Showing vulnerability helps leaders build trust and fosters a culture where authentic connections thrive.</li>
<li>Confidentiality is crucial for creating spaces where people feel safe to communicate openly and honestly.</li>
<li>Sharing personal experiences rather than advice promotes supportive, non-judgmental environments that strengthen relationships.</li>
<li>“Forking down” in conversations by responding vulnerably builds connection, while “forking up” can disrupt it.</li>
<li>Workplace friendships create real business value by improving engagement and contributing to a positive environment.</li>
<li>Empathetic leaders prioritise understanding each team member, creating an inclusive space where everyone feels valued.</li>
<li>Gratitude and meditation practices enhance leaders’ resilience, improving their ability to balance work and relationships.</li>
<li>Effective facilitation fosters trust, enhancing collaboration, open communication, and collective problem-solving within teams.</li>
</ul>
Follow Mo Fathelbab  <a href="https://www.mofathelbab.com/">https://www.mofathelbab.com/</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mo.fathelbab/">https://www.facebook.com/mo.fathelbab/</a> <a href="https://x.com/fathelbab">https://x.com/fathelbab</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mofathelbab/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/mofathelbab/</a>
Books on this episode
Forum: The Secret Advantage of Successful Leaders, by Mo Fathelbab <a href="https://a.co/d/9wxT6xb">https://a.co/d/9wxT6xb</a> The Friendship Advantage: Seven Keys to Building Relationships That Transform Culture and Drive Productivity, by Mo Fathelbab <a href="https://a.co/d/1J7TltG">https://a.co/d/1J7TltG</a> Positive Intelligence: Why Only 20% of Teams and Individuals Achieve Their True Potential AND HOW YOU CAN ACHIEVE YOURS by Shirzad Chamine <a href="https://amzn.to/3WPI9Q6">https://amzn.to/3WPI9Q6</a> Mans search for meaning by Viktor E Frankl <a href="https://amzn.to/3WT1Iaj">https://amzn.to/3WT1Iaj</a> 
Watch the episode on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners">https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners</a>
Newsletter – each week I share interesting insights, articles and ideas you can use. Join other leaders and subscribe to The Evolution Partners newsletter <a href="https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/">https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/</a>
Books – Learn more about our books <a href="https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/">https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/</a>  Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO  Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process.  Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster.
Follow me:  on <a href="https://au.linkedin.com/in/bradleygiles">https://au.linkedin.com/in/bradleygiles</a>  on <a href="https://twitter.com/Evolution_Perth">https://twitter.com/Evolution_Perth</a>
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The Evolution Partners is a weekly podcast hosted by Brad Giles. Join Brad as he engages in conversations with some of the world’s sharpest minds, learning a bit more about them and delving into what makes them tick.

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Each week Brad Giles talks with the world’s leading thinkers, planners and doers who are helping to build great companies in their own way.
We learn how the work they’re doing is creating an impact and get to know a little bit more about them, and what makes them tick.

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